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Community Water Fluoridation 101

Year Developed: 2011

Resource Type: Publication.

Primary Audience: General Audience

Language(s): English

Developed by: National Network for Oral Health Access (See other resources developed by this organization).

Resource Summary: Community water fluoridation is one of the only oral health interventions that benefits everyone regardless of age or income level. This webgpage describes NNOHA's support for community water fluoridation and provides resources on fluoridation.

Resource Details: Community water fluoridation, the adjustment of a naturally occurring mineral to a level demonstrated to have the greatest benefit, was named as one of the top ten health achievements of the 20th Century. Water fluoridation is the only oral health intervention that benefits everyone regardless of age or income level. NNOHA fully supports the continued expansion of access to optimally fluoridated water. 72.4% of Americans have access to optimally fluoridated water, but technology has changed the way that people get their information, including about water fluoridation. False information about water fluoridation abounds on the internet. Safety-net oral health providers play an important role in helping patients understand the importance and safety of this public health measure.

Resource Topic: Clinical Issues

Resource Subtopic: Oral Health, Community, Health, and Housing Partnerships.